Schizophrenia Subtypes Quiz

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What are the prominent characteristics of Paranoid Schizophrenia?

  • Prominent delusions and hallucinations related to persecution or grandiosity (correct)
  • Prominent disorganized thinking and impaired social functioning
  • Intense mood swings and emotional instability
  • Intact cognitive function and preserved affect

Why does the DSM-5 not include specific subtypes of Schizophrenia?

  • It is outdated and does not recognize subtypes
  • It focuses only on rigid categorical distinctions
  • It emphasizes a dimensional approach to understanding schizophrenia (correct)
  • It lacks comprehensive information about subtypes

How has the classification of subtypes of Schizophrenia evolved over time?

  • From rigid categorical distinctions to a dimensional approach (correct)
  • From a dimensional approach to rigid categorical distinctions
  • It has become more focused on historical subtypes
  • It has remained unchanged over time

What is the key emphasis of the DSM-5 in understanding Schizophrenia?

<p>Dimensional approach (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which symptoms are often related to Paranoid Schizophrenia?

<p>Persecution or grandiosity delusions (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does drug abuse refer to?

<p>Inappropriate use of substances leading to harm (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can genetic predisposition influence?

<p>Susceptibility to developing addictive behaviors (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why might individuals with psychological disorders turn to drugs?

<p>To alleviate emotional pain (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is an example of an illegal substance mentioned in the text?

<p>Cocaine (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what ways can drug abuse result in negative consequences?

<p>Health issues and impaired social functioning (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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